Signage system for sports netting

This invention relates generally to labels for display of various types of indicia. More specifically, at least one embodiment, relates to a signage system for sports netting.

Given the size of the sports memorabilia market, there is significant interest in the marketplace for unique tangible items having a direct association with a sporting event or athlete. Historically, these items are created organically, for example, a folding chair that was removed from an arena or other venue prior to the renovation or demolition of the venue, an item of athletic equipment that was used during an event or a photograph that captures a defining moment of a game or other sporting event. However, this approach greatly limits the volume of memorabilia that is available to collect and to sell.

Historically, net labeling is secured using snaps or elements that are sewn to the label. However, these approaches can injury athletes who come in contact with the nets during game-play because they include sharp edges and also prevent the signage from being pulled off and released from the net.

Therefore, there is a need for apparatus, systems and methods that provide sports memorabilia by allowing items to be integrated into an athletic/sporting event or a sports venue on a temporary basis. These items can be included prior to a start of the event or during a break in game-play. For example, an item of sports memorabilia can be secured to a scorer's table, a goal or a net used during the event. In various embodiments, the item can include any of logos, text and art work including branding, promotional or marketing messages. According to one aspect a signage attachment system is employed for a temporary attachment of signage to a sports net. The signage is easily removed to provide an item of collectible sports memorabilia that has an attractive construction and design that can be sold, auctioned or gifted as in-game used memorabilia. According to further embodiments, the signage has a unique style and shape that results in an item of memorabilia that is suitable for display (for example, when placed in a frame or other form of display). In still further embodiments, the shape and form of the signage provides an item of sports memorabilia includes a surface that can easily receive the signature of a player or coach.

According to some aspects, a universal net signage and net label system is provided. In various embodiments, the net signage system provides a secure attachment that limits a length of net cord that is in contact with the fastening element of the signage system when the system is secured to the sports netting. Because these embodiments reduce the amount of net cord that is covered to secure the signage system, they have improved utility when used with nets when compared with prior approaches. For example, where a basketball net has antimicrobial and/or moisture wicking properties, the increase in the amount of net cord surface that remains exposed behind the signage system assists in maintaining the effectiveness of the antimicrobial and/or moisture wicking properties of the net because more of the net cord material is available to contact the basketball as it passes through the net.

The secure attachment is also releasable in a manner that will not damage the net or harm an athlete who contacts the net signage system (for example, when used on a basketball net where an athlete leaps into the air and their hand contacts the net). These embodiments can be manufactured with a rigid but flexible material that also eliminates sharp edges. According to one embodiment, the net signage system includes a single 3D printed element with channel based fastening hardware included on the rear side and signage such as a logo or other branding or messaging included on the front side during manufacture. According to another embodiment, the net signage system is manufactured using injection molding. In various of these embodiments, the materials of manufacture are waterproof to provide a durable label for display of messaging that does not wash away or fade over time. According to these embodiments, the net signage system is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

According to another embodiment, the net signage system includes a backing piece that is secured to the sports netting and a separate label that includes printed material such as artwork, messaging and/or logos. This approach allows the label (or “signage piece”) including the printed material to be removed and replaced while the backing piece remains securely attached to the net. According to one embodiment, channel-based fastening hardware is included on the rear side of the backing piece.

According to still further embodiments, a signage attachment system for sports netting allows for standardization across different categories of sports netting (for example, basketball nets, tennis nets, lacrosse nets, etc.) to provide added versatility. That is, where the openings in the different categories of sports netting have similar sizes, the same size backing piece, or alternatively, single-piece signage attachment system can be secured to nets across the different categories. According to these embodiments, a universally sized and spaced channel-based fastening system can be employed with nets in the different categories of nets. The universal signage attachment system can be used a plurality of categories of sports netting without modification.

Various of the embodiments illustrated and described herein, greatly reduce or eliminate user error in affixing the signage system to a net Eliminating the variability results in an improved quality in how the signage is displayed. For example, it can reduce or eliminate deformation in the shape of the label or other signage. That is, if the signage is intended to have a square shape it will be displayed as a square shape. This also ensures that the messaging displayed on the signage is visible on the surface of the net as intended, and further, that the messaging is not deformed or obscured because of a misalignment of the signage when attached to the net.

Embodiments of the signage attachment system illustrated and described herein also allow the signage to scale up and down in size using a standardized net-fastening system. These embodiments provide a standardized approach to securing the signage to a net regardless of the size, shape or orientation of the signage.

In one aspect, a signage system for a sports net is provided where the sports net includes a plurality of cords. The signage system includes a front surface configured for a display of indicia including at least one of text and graphics, a rear surface and a plurality of fasteners coupled to the rear surface, each of the plurality of fasteners including a channel configured to receive a cord included in the plurality of cords. The plurality of fasteners are positioned at locations of the rear surface to secure to a plurality of different cords included in the plurality of cords. In some embodiments, the signage system includes a body including the front surface and the rear surface where the body and the plurality of fasteners are manufactured using a thermoplastic polyurethane material. In a further embodiment, the body and the plurality of fasteners are 3D printed.

According to another embodiment, a signage system for a sports net is provided where the sports net includes a plurality of cords. The signage system includes a backing piece including a front surface including a first adhesive region, a rear surface and a plurality of fasteners coupled to the rear surface, each of the plurality of fasteners including a channel configured to receive a cord included in the plurality of cords. The signage system also includes a display piece including a front surface configured for a display of indicia including at least one of text and graphics, and a rear surface including a second adhesive region, the second adhesive region configured to be temporarily secured to the first adhesive region.

According to various embodiments, the geometry of construction of a label for sports netting provides a shape that is beneficial to maintaining a long life of the sports net through a repeated application of a label in the same region of the netting. That is, to provide the label with a shape that allows the label to be securely attached to the net while avoiding contact between the adhesive regions and the net.

According to one aspect, a label configured to attach to sports netting is provided. The label can be employed to provide durable, removable labels that can include custom branding and be secured to a sports net to create an item of sports memorabilia. Depending on the embodiment, the label can be attached to netting such as a basketball net, a soccer net, a tennis net, a volleyball net, a lacrosse net or a field hockey net as some examples.

According to some embodiments, the removable labels include a brand for marketing purposes. That is, the labels can promote a brand that is displayed for the period that the label is affixed to the net. A goal net is often the focal point for fans whether they are in attendance or viewing the game via television/video. Consequently, marketing indicia included on a label secured to the net receives repeated views by the fans. Various embodiments allow for durable labels that are easily and securely fastened to a basketball net or other sports netting without the use of tools. Further, any form of indicia can be printed on the front surface of the label. These can include alpha-numeric text as well as art work. According to one embodiment, the logo or other indicia are applied to the front surface of the label using heat transfer technology. Application of the logo via alternate methods, for example, screen printing or an application of a patch with an adhesive can also be employed depending on the embodiment. These embodiments are also constructed so that the label does not interfere with game play and can quickly be removed by hand without the use of tools. The labels are also constructed to securely attach to the sports net such that the label does not pose a risk of injury to the players while also not interfering with the performance of the net.

According to some embodiments, a label includes a body having a front surface configured to display graphics with the label attached to the sports netting and a rear surface including a central adhesive region, a plurality of tabs extending radially outward from the body, and a plurality of foldable regions wherein each of the plurality of tabs is connected to the body by one of the plurality of foldable regions, respectively. In these embodiments, each of the plurality of tabs have a rear surface including a second adhesive region, respectively. Each of the plurality of foldable regions includes an adhesive-free rear surface configured to contact the sports netting with the label securely attached to the sports netting. The central adhesive region and each of the respective second adhesive regions are sized and located such that contact is absent between the adhesive regions and the sports netting with the label securely attached to the sports netting. According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of tabs is defined by an edge that extends from a first attachment to the body at a first end of one of the plurality of foldable regions to a second attachment to the body at a second end of the one of the plurality of foldable regions where the edge forms an acute angle at a distal end of the tab. In some embodiments, the edge forms an obtuse angle at the first attachment to the body, and the edge forms an obtuse angle at the second attachment to the body.

According to another embodiment, a label is provided where the label is configured to attach to sports netting. The label includes a body including a front surface configured to display graphics with the label attached to the sports netting and a rear surface including a central adhesive region. The label also includes a plurality of tabs extending radially outward from the body, each of the plurality of tabs having a rear surface including a second adhesive region, respectively, and a plurality of foldable regions wherein each of the plurality of tabs is connected to the body by one of the plurality of foldable regions, respectively, each of the plurality of foldable regions including an adhesive-free rear surface. The label includes a label outer edge, and a plurality of fold lines each of the plurality of fold lines defined as a linear region substantially centered in one of the plurality of foldable regions and extending between a first intersection with the label outer edge and a second intersection with the label outer edge, respectively. According to another embodiment, the respective fold lines are located in a non-central region of the foldable regions. According to one embodiment, each of the plurality of tabs is defined by an acute triangle formed in a region between one of the plurality of fold lines, a first portion of the label outer edge that extends from the first intersection to a distal end of the respective tab and a second portion of the label edge that extends from the second intersection to the distal end, where the first portion and the second portion meeting at an acute angle.

This invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. Also, the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. The use of “including,” “comprising,” or “having,” “containing”, “involving”, and variations thereof herein, is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items.

Today, the branding of teams and athletes is a huge part of creating value in any item of sports memorabilia.illustrate various durable, removable labels that can include custom branding and be secured to various types of sports netting to create an item of sports memorabilia. According to some embodiments, the removable labels include a brand for marketing purposes. That is, the labels can promote a brand that is displayed for the period that the label is affixed to the net. The net is often a focal point for fans whether they are in attendance or viewing the game via television/video. Consequently, marketing indicia included on a label secured to the net will receive repeated views by the fans. Various embodiments allow for durable labels that are easily and securely fastened to a basketball net. Further, any form of indicia can be printed on the front surface of the label. These can include alpha and numeric text as well as art work. According to one embodiment, the logo or other indicia are applied to the front surface of the label using heat transfer technology. Application of the logo via alternate methods, for example, screen printing or an application of a patch with an adhesive can also be employed depending on the embodiment. These embodiments are also constructed so that the label does not interfere with game play and can quickly be removed by hand without using any tools. The labels are also constructed to securely attach to the net such that the label does not pose a risk of injury to the players while also not interfering with the performance of the net.

Referring now to, a label is illustrated in accordance with a first embodiment.illustrates a front view of the label. The labelincludes a body, a front surface, a plurality of tabsA-H and a plurality of fold linesA-H. According to the illustrated embodiment, the bodyis defined by the plurality of fold linesA-H. The bodyhas an overall shape of a parallelogram in the illustrated embodiment. For example, the fold linesA andH combine to form a first side of the body, the fold linesB andC combine to form a second side of the body, the fold linesD andE combine to form a third side of the body, and the fold linesF andG combine to form a fourth side of the body. Two of the plurality of tabsA-H, respectively, extend outward from each side of the body. A logois centrally located on the front surface.

illustrates a rear view of the labelincluding a rear surface. As viewed from the rear, the labelalso includes a plurality of adhesive regionsA-H each adhesive region located on the rear surface of one of the plurality of tabsA-H, respectively. The labelalso includes a central adhesive regionlocated on the rear surface. According to an alternate embodiment, separate adhesive regions are located on the rear surface, for example, a separate adhesive region can be located on the rear surface of the bodyto engage one of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H, respectively. The plurality of fold linesA-H are illustrated from the rear of the labelin.

Referring to, the labelis secured to a sports nettingaccording to one embodiment. The sports nettingincludes a plurality of stringsthat are secured together, (for example, knotted) to form a series of openingsin the sports netting. According to one embodiment, the sports nettingis a basketball net included in a basketball goal. According to other embodiments, the sports nettingincludes another type of sports netting, for example, a basketball net, a soccer net, a tennis net, a volleyball net, a lacrosse net or a field hockey net.

In operation, each of the respective tabsA-H is folded rearward along the respective fold line to secure around a string included in a sports netting. Where a single central adhesive regionis employed each of the tabs secures to a separate portion of the single central adhesive region. Further, a separate section of the stringis enclosed between each tab and the bodyalong the respective fold line when the tabs are folded backwards to place each of the plurality of tabsA-H, respectively, in contact with the rear side of the label. According to this embodiment, the rearward fold allows each of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H to be placed in contact with the central adhesive region. In various embodiments, the bond formed between the each of the respective plurality of adhesive regionsA-H and the central adhesive regionis secure but temporary. According to various embodiments, VELCRO hook and loop style fastening material is employed for each of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H and the central adhesive region. In various embodiments, other forms of adhesive or other forms of fastening can be employed.

Again, referring to, the labelis secured to the strings. The stringsare trapped within the fold formed when a tabA-H is folded backward and pressed into engagement with the rear of the body. Further, the configuration illustrated inallows eight separate sections of stringto be secured within the folds of the label. When attached as illustrated, the front surfaceof the bodyis unobstructed when viewed from the front of the net. The logois clearly displayed with the label attached to the net. Further, the manner of attachment provides the label with a secure but temporary attachment at each of the tabsA-H. In these embodiments, the attachment is made without requiring any tools or fastening hardware. The labelcan also be removed by hand and without the use of tools.

According to various embodiments, the dimensions of the shapes, size and locations of the respective adhesive regions are established to allow the stringto be securely enclosed along the fold linesA-H when the tabsA-H are folded rearward while avoiding contact between the stringand either the central adhesive regionor any of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H. Applicant finds that this prevents damage to the stringthat would otherwise occur.

Referring now to, a label is illustrated in accordance with a second embodiment.illustrates a front view of the label. The labelincludes a body, a front surface, a plurality of tabsA-D and a plurality of fold linesA-D. The labelalso includes a plurality of straight edgesA-D. According to the illustrated embodiment, the bodyis defined by the region enclosed by the plurality of straight edgesA-D and the plurality of fold linesA-H. The bodyhas an overall shape of an elongated octagon in the illustrated embodiment. A single one of the of the plurality of tabsA-D, respectively, extend outward from each corner of the body. A logois centrally located on the front surface.

illustrates a rear view of the labelincluding a rear surface. As viewed from the rear, the labelalso includes, a plurality of adhesive regionsA-D each adhesive region located on the rear surface of one of the plurality of tabsA-D, respectively. The labelalso includes a central adhesive regionlocated on the rear surface. According to an alternate embodiment, separate adhesive regions are located on the rear surface, for example, a separate adhesive region can be located on the rear surfaceto engage one of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H, respectively. The plurality of fold linesA-H are illustrated from the rear of the labelin.

Referring to, the labelis secured to a sports nettingaccording to one embodiment. The sports nettingincludes a plurality of stringsthat are secured together, (for example, knotted) to form a series of openingsin the sports netting. According to one embodiment, the sports nettingis a basketball net included in a basketball goal. According to other embodiments, the sports nettingincludes another type of sports netting, for example, a basketball net, a soccer net, a tennis net, a volleyball net, a lacrosse net or a field hockey net.

In operation, each of the respective tabsA-D is folded rearward along the respective fold line to secure around a string included in a sports netting. Where a single central adhesive regionis employed each of the tabs secures to a separate portion of the single central adhesive region. In other embodiments, each of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-D secures to a respective one of a plurality of adhesive regions located on the rear surface of the body. Further, a separate section of the stringis enclosed between each tab and the bodyalong the respective fold line when the tabs are folded backwards to place each of the plurality of tabsA-D, respectively, in contact with the rear side of the label. According to this embodiment, the rearward fold allows each of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-D to be placed in contact with the central adhesive region. In various embodiments, the bond formed between the each of the respective plurality of adhesive regionsA-D and the central adhesive regionis secure but temporary. According to various embodiments, VELCRO hook and loop style fastening material is employed for each of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-D and the central adhesive region. In various embodiments, other forms of adhesive or other forms of fastening can be employed.

Again, referring to, the labelis secured to the strings. The stringsare trapped within the fold formed when a tabA-D is folded backward and pressed into engagement with the rear of the body. Further, the configuration illustrated inallows four separate sections of stringto be secured within the folds of the label. When attached as illustrated, the front surfaceof the bodyis unobstructed when viewed from the front of the net. The logois clearly displayed with the label attached to the net. Further, the manner of attachment provides the label with a secure but temporary attachment at each of the tabsA-D. In these embodiments, the attachment is made without requiring any tools or fastening hardware. The labelcan also be removed by hand and without the use of tools.

According to various embodiments, the dimensions of the shapes, size and locations of the respective adhesive regions are established to allow the stringto be securely enclosed along the fold linesA-D when the tabsA-D are folded rearward while avoiding contact between the stringand either the central adhesive regionor any of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-D. Applicant finds that this prevents damage to the stringthat would otherwise occur.

Referring now to, a labelis illustrated in accordance with a third embodiment. Apart from some additional features described in detail below, the labelhas an overall design that is generally similar to the labelillustrated and described with reference to.illustrates a front view of the label. The labelincludes a body, a front surface, a plurality of corner tabsA-D and a plurality of fold linesA-D. A single one of the of the plurality of tabsA-D, respectively, extend outward from each corner of the body. A logois centrally located on the front surface. The labelalso includes a first side tabextending from a first longitudinal edge of the labeland a second side tabextending from a second longitudinal edge of the label. The first side tabis attached to the bodyat a first side-tab fold lineA. The second side tabis attached to the bodyat a second side-tab fold lineB. The first side-tabincludes a first side-tab adhesive regionlocated on a front surface of the first side-tab. As illustrated in, the second side-tabincludes a second side-tab adhesive regionlocated on a rear surface of the second side-tab.

The labelalso includes a plurality of straight edgesA-F. According to the illustrated embodiment, the size and shape of the bodyis generally defined by the region enclosed by the plurality of straight edgesA-F, the plurality of fold linesA-H and the plurality of side-tab fold linesA-B. The bodyhas an overall shape of an elongated octagon in the illustrated embodiment.

illustrates a rear view of the labelincluding a rear surface. As viewed from the rear, the labelalso includes, a plurality of adhesive regionsA-D each adhesive region located on the rear surface of one of the plurality of tabsA-D, respectively. The labelalso includes a central adhesive regionlocated on the rear surface. According to an alternate embodiment, separate adhesive regions are located on the rear surface, for example, a separate adhesive region can be located on the rear surfaceto engage one of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-H, respectively. The second side-tab adhesive regionis located on a rear surface of the second side-tab. The pluralities of fold linesA-H andA-B are illustrated from the rear of the labelin

Referring to, the labelis secured to a sports nettingaccording to one embodiment. The sports nettingincludes a plurality of stringsthat are secured together, (for example, knotted) to form a series of openingsin the sports netting. According to one embodiment, the sports nettingis a basketball net included in a basketball goal. According to other embodiments, the sports nettingincludes another type of sports netting, for example, a basketball net, a soccer net, a tennis net, a volleyball net, a lacrosse net or a field hockey net.

In operation, each of the respective tabsA-D is folded rearward along the respective fold line to secure around a string included in a sports netting as described above with reference to the second embodiment. In addition, the first side-taband the second side-tabare folded rearward around separate stringsincluded in the sports netting. This places the front surface of the first side-tabin contact with the rear surface of the second side-tab. The first side-tab adhesive regioncontacts the second side-tab adhesive regionmake contact. When the two side-tabs,are pressed together, the adhesive regions provide a durable, temporary attachment of the two sides tabs. According to various embodiments, VELCRO hook and loop style fastening material is employed for each of the first side-tab adhesive regionand the second side-tab adhesive region. In other embodiments, other forms of adhesive or other forms of fastening can be employed to allow the two side-tabs,to secure to one another.

Again, referring to, the labelis secured to the strings. The stringsare trapped within the fold formed when a tabA-D is folded backward and pressed into engagement with the rear of the body. Further, the configuration illustrated inallows six separate sections of stringto be secured within the folds of the label. When attached as illustrated, the front surfaceof the bodyis unobstructed when viewed from the front of the net. The logois clearly displayed with the label attached to the net. Further, the manner of attachment provides the label with a secure but temporary attachment at each of the corner-tabsA-D and each of the side-tabsand. In these embodiments, the attachment is made without requiring any tools or fastening hardware. The labelcan also be removed by hand and without the use of tools.

According to various embodiments, the dimensions of the shapes, size and locations of the respective adhesive regions are established to allow the stringto be securely enclosed along the fold linesA-D and the side-tab fold linesA-B when the corner-tabsA-D and the side-tabs,are folded rearward while avoiding contact between the stringand either the central adhesive regionor any of the plurality of adhesive regionsA-D,and. Applicant finds that this prevents damage to the stringthat would otherwise occur.

Referring now toa label systemis illustrated in accordance with a fourth embodiment. The label systemincludes a first labeland a second labeleach having a rectangular overall shape and identical dimensions. In general, the label systemincludes two labels that are secured to a sports netting and attached to one another back-to-back. When attached to a net these embodiments provide a label systemincluding a two sided label assembled by hand to secure to the net. The overall label systemprovides two exposed surfaces each suitable for the display of logos, text, graphics or other indicia. According to the illustrated embodiment, the label systemprovides a two sided label having an overall rectangular shape when fully assembled.illustrate a front side of the first labeland a rear side of the first label, respectively.illustrate a front side of the second labeland a rear side of the second label, respectively.

Referring to, the front side of the first labelincludes a front surface, and a first plurality of fastenersA-D. A logois located on the front surface of the first label. According to the illustrated embodiment, the first plurality of fastenersA-D include through-fasteners that extend from the front side of the first labelto the rear side of the first label, for example, snaps. According to one embodiment, a through-fastener is located in each corner of the first label.

Referring to, the rear side of the first labelincludes a rear surface, and the first plurality of fastenersA-D. According to the illustrated embodiment, the rear side of each of the first plurality of fastenersA-D extends through first labelfrom the front to the back such that a rear side of each of the first plurality of fastenersA-D is accessible from the back of the label. As is described in greater detail below, the respective ends of the first plurality of fastenersA-D are suitable for attaching to respective ends of corresponding fasteners accessible at the back of the second label. According to one embodiment, the fasteners are snaps. According to an alternate embodiment, a different style fastener, for example, VELCRO is employed. According to these embodiments, the first plurality of fastenersA-D are only accessible on the rear side of the first label.

Referring to, the front side of the second labelincludes a front surface, and a second plurality of fastenersA-D. A logois located on the front surface of the second label. According to the illustrated embodiment, the second plurality of fastenersA-D include through-fasteners that extend from the front side of the second labelto the rear side of the second label, for example, snaps. According to one embodiment, a through-fastener is located in each corner of the second label.

Referring to, the rear side of the second labelincludes a rear surface, and the second plurality of fastenersA-D. According to the illustrated embodiment, the rear side of each of the second plurality of fastenersA-D extends through second labelfrom the front to the back such that a rear side of each of the second plurality of fastenersA-D is accessible from the back of the label. As is described in greater detail below, the respective ends of the second plurality of fastenersA-D are suitable for attaching to respective ends of corresponding fasteners accessible on the back of the first label. According to an alternate embodiment, a different style fastener, for example, VELCRO is employed. According to these embodiments, the second plurality of fastenersA-D are only accessible on the rear side of the second label.

In operation, the label systemis applied to sports netting by sandwiching the sports netting between the first labeland the second label. The label systemis assembled with the respective rear surfacesandfacing one another, the labels,are aligned with the netting such that the first plurality of fastenersA-D andA-D are located in respective openings within the net. The fasteners are pressed together to attach the first labeland the second label. The label systemis then securely and temporarily attached to the sports netting. This is accomplished without the use of tools. The label systemis also easily removed without the use of tools.

Referring to, the label systemis illustrated when employed with different types of sports netting.illustrates the label systememployed with a tennis net.illustrates the label systememployed with a volleyball net.illustrates the label systememployed with a lacrosse net. The label provides a two sided display positioned for high visibility in each of these embodiments.

Referring now toa label systemis illustrated in accordance with a fifth embodiment. The label systemincludes a first labeland a second label. In general, the label systemincludes two labels that are secured to a sports netting and attached to one another back-to-back. When attached to a net these embodiments provide a label systemincluding a two sided label assembled by hand when it is secured to the net. The overall label systemprovides two exposed surfaces each suitable for the display of logos, text, graphics or other indicia. According to the illustrated embodiment, the label systemprovides a two sided label having an overall square shape.illustrate a front side of the first labeland a rear side of the first label, respectively.illustrate a front side of the second labeland a rear side of the second label, respectively.

Referring to, the front side of the first labelincludes a front surface, and a first plurality of fastenersA-D. A logois located on the front surface of the first label. According to the illustrated embodiment, the first plurality of fastenersA-D include through-fasteners that extend from the front side of the first labelto the rear side of the first label, for example, snaps. According to one embodiment, a through-fastener is located in each corner of the first label, for example, a snap.

Referring to, the rear side of the first labelincludes a rear surface, and the first plurality of fastenersA-D. According to the illustrated embodiment, the rear side of each of the first plurality of fastenersA-D extends through first labelfrom the front to the back such that a rear side of each of the first plurality of fastenersA-D is accessible from the back of the label, for example, snaps. As is described in greater detail below, the respective ends of the first plurality of fastenersA-D are suitable for attaching to respective ends of corresponding fasteners accessible at the back of the second label. According to an alternate embodiment, a different style fastener, for example, VELCRO is employed. According to these embodiments, the first plurality of fastenersA-D are only accessible on the rear side of the first label.

Referring to, the front side of the second labelincludes a front surface, and a second plurality of fastenersA-D. A logois located on the front surface of the second label. According to the illustrated embodiment, the second plurality of fastenersA-D include through-fasteners that extend from the front side of the second labelto the rear side of the second label, for example, snaps. According to one embodiment, a through-fastener is located in each corner of the second label.

Referring to, the rear side of the second labelincludes a rear surface, and the second plurality of fastenersA-D. According to the illustrated embodiment, the rear side of each of the second plurality of fastenersA-D extends through second labelfrom the front to the back such that a rear side of each of the second plurality of fastenersA-D is accessible from the back of the label, for example, snaps. As is described in greater detail below, the respective ends of the second plurality of fastenersA-D are suitable for attaching to respective ends of corresponding fasteners accessible on the back of the first label. According to an alternate embodiment, a different style fastener, for example, VELCRO is employed. According to these embodiments, the second plurality of fastenersA-D are only accessible on the rear side of the second label.